The Comer Connection:
November 2022 Newsletter
Editor’s note
Dear Readers,
In this edition of the Comer Connection, students in the Ag Hill Communications Club used their creativity to write stories about current news in Auburn, Alabama. Have you wondered what is going at the Community Garden right now? Have you wondered who saved the Toomer’s Oaks after they were poisoned? Maybe you will find the story about a student majoring in pre-vet and music intriguing. Look no further and start clicking below!
War Eagle!
-Kate McIndoo, Senior Editor
Who Saved the Oak Trees At Toomer’s Corner?
In 2007 when Gary Keever, retired professor in the department horticulture, started growing live oaks from seeds, he had no idea how important they would become after the original Auburn Oaks at Toomer’s Corner were poisoned.
Student Feature: Rachel Robinson
One of the key messages that the Auburn University College of Agriculture (COA) promotes is student involvement to gain hands-on experience and build networks. Students in the College of Agriculture are involved in a variety of organizations across campus, proving the versatility of students in the college.
Career Fair Recap
Last month Auburn University’s College of Agriculture hosted two career fairs. The college puts on this event once a semester.It is a great opportunity for students to network and connect with people in the industry.
Fall At the Community Garden
The Merriam-Webster dictionary describes gardening as “the act, activity, or pastime of planning and cultivating gardens.” For the students and community members found at Auburn University’s Community Garden, gardening has a much deeper meaning.
College of Agriculture celebrates 150 years
This year is the 150th anniversary of the Colleges of Agriculture and Engineering. Auburn University was restructured under the Morrill Act, changing its name from the East Alabama Male College into the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Alabama.
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